What dose Autel KM100 do?

Have you ever lost a car key, only to face the headache of a dealership visit? It’s often a slow, expensive process with no quick fix in sight. The Autel KM100 is an advanced, all-in-one key and immobilizer programming tool designed to solve this. It simplifies and speeds up the process of creating and programming new keys.

So, what exactly can you do with the Autel KM100? Just doing a brief overview, let's take a look at its functions and features. 

1. Universal Key

This is for generating the Autel universal keys. Put a blank Autel IKEY in the device's slot, choose the make, model, and year for 700+ models from the KM100 vehicle list, and then all compatible keys will be displayed.

You can see different button configurations listed by their FCC ID and chip type. The KM100 generates the new key in about 60 seconds.

2. Reading/Cloning

The KM100 can read the information from an existing key's transponder chip.

• Reading: By placing a key in the slot, you can read and display key information, including the chip type, IMMO type, transponder ID, and lock status.
• Cloning: For some transponder chips, the KM100 supports cloning, which duplicates the chip data onto a new transponder.

3. Transponder Functions

This is for reading and cloning transponder chips. The KM100 supports reading transponder chips and can clone some of them. This function also includes:

• Transponder Generation: Create a new transponder from scratch.
• Transponder Simulation: The KM100 can act as a simulated transponder, allowing you to bypass certain immobilizer functions for testing or in an "all keys lost" scenario.
• ID63 and ID83 Conversion: A specific function for converting between these two chip types(A special function specifically for converting certain Ford keys).

4. Frequency Detection

This is used to test whether a remote is working. Put the key by the slot, press the key buttons, and the KM100 will detect and display the frequency (e.g., 315MHz or 433MHz).

5. IMMO(Immobilizer) Functions

It needs to plug into the vehicle using the OBD VCI 200 to program. This is how the KM100 communicates with the car's immobilizer system to pair a new key.

The KM100 comes with a MaxiVCI 200. You insert the VCI200 into the car's OBD port, and it connects the car and the KM100 device via wireless Bluetooth. You can also connect the car and the KM100 via a USB-C cable for a wired connection.

6. Special Functions

Autel KM100 is a suite of advanced tools to help with specific key and immobilizer tasks.

• IMMO Data Processing: If you have an EEPROM file or a bin file, you can load the file to process the data and write a key.
• Key Unlocking/Renewal: If a key has been used or is locked to another vehicle, you can unlock it or "virginize" it. This allows you to program the key to a different vehicle. This method often requires soldering about four wires to the key's circuit board.
• Toyota Smart Unlocking: A specific function to unlock a used Toyota smart key.
• Universal Key Information Detection: Just read the information on the Autel key, including the serial number, key ID, boot version, IMMO version, and app version.
• Button Adjustment: Allows you to reconfigure the button layout on a key if the functions are out of order.
• Ignition Coil Detection: You can use this to see if the ignition coil—the ring around the ignition cylinder—is working correctly to read transponder chips.
• Mazda ID49 Smart Key Warning Lamp Clearing: Clears the warning light for Mazda smart keys.
• Nissan/Infiniti ID46 Smart Key DTC Clearing: Clears diagnostic trouble codes for Nissan and Infiniti smart keys.

Final thoughts

After going through all the functions of the Autel KM100, we know that this is a perfect key tool. It can help us read, clone, generate, and program keys in a very simple and quick way.

Interested in adding this powerful tool to your kit? You can find the Autel KM100 with special offers at the OBDPRICE Store.

FAQs

Below are some of the most common questions about Autel KM100:

What's the difference between Autel KM100, KM100X, and KM100E?

Almost all the same, you can say all these are KM100, but with a different version name. They all have the same functions. The KM100, KM100X, and KM100E are all part of the same product series and are functionally very similar. The "X" and "E" are typically marketing designations for different regions or bundled kits. The core functions and hardware are largely the same.

Does KM100 need Wi-Fi?

Yes. The KM100 needs Wi-Fi for several key operations, including software updates, key generation (as it often needs to connect to an online database), and device registration.

Can Autel KM100 program OEM keys?

The KM100 is designed primarily to program Autel's own IKEY universal keys. While it has some limited support for key renewal, its main purpose is to generate and program the Autel universal key as a replacement.

Can Autel KM100 program BMW Keys?

Yes, the Autel KM100 has extensive IMMO key programming coverage for many vehicle brands, including BMW, Volkswagen, Toyota, and Honda. However, a more advanced tool like the Autel MaxiIM IM508S or IM608 Pro may be needed for some high-end or complex BMW tasks.

What cars can you program with Autel KM100?

The KM100 is highly versatile and supports a wide range of vehicles. It can program Autel's universal keys to replace smart keys for over 700 vehicles, covering a majority of top-selling models in North America, Europe, and Asia. 

References

1. Autel. MaxiIM KM100 User Manual. Official product PDF documentation.